Kerbside Recycling

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Recycling is a simple and effective way to help reduce waste and protect our environment. By recycling the right way, we can conserve resources and give new life to materials like glass, plastic, and paper.

Start Recycling with Confidence

Recycling doesn’t have to be complicated. Follow these tips to get it right and help us keep the system running smoothly!

Sort It Simple

Keep your recyclables separated by type. Different materials need to be sorted to be recycled properly.

Visit Recycle Mate website or use the tool above to find out what items you can recycle or download the Recycle Mate app!

Download Recycle Mate App for Apple Store here

Download Recycle Mate App for Google Play here

Sort It Loose

Avoid bagging recyclables. Keep your items loose in the bin so they can be sorted efficiently.

Visit Recycle Mate website or use the tool above to find out what items you can recycle or download the Recycle Mate app!

Download Recycle Mate App for Apple Store here

Download Recycle Mate App for Google Play here

Sort Out Small Items

Small items like bottle caps or straws can get lost in the recycling process. Leave them out of your recycling bin. Nothing smaller than a credit card!

Visit Recycle Mate website or use the tool above to find out what items you can recycle or download the Recycle Mate app!

Download Recycle Mate App for Apple Store here

Download Recycle Mate App for Google Play here

Sort It Safe

Do not recycle dangerous items such as batteries, broken glass, or food-contaminated containers.

Visit Recycle Mate website or use the tool above to find out what items you can recycle or download the Recycle Mate app!

Download Recycle Mate App for Apple Store here

Download Recycle Mate App for Google Play here

Sort It Clean

Make sure your recyclables are clean and dry. Rinse bottles and containers before placing them in the bin to avoid contamination.

Visit Recycle Mate website or use the tool above to find out what items you can recycle or download the Recycle Mate app!

Download Recycle Mate App for Apple Store here

Download Recycle Mate App for Google Play here

Sort Out Soft Plastics

Soft plastics cannot be recycled in the kerbside bin. They need to be disposed of in your general waste bin (red lidded bin).

Visit Recycle Mate website or use the tool above to find out what items you can recycle or download the Recycle Mate app!

Download Recycle Mate App for Apple Store here

Download Recycle Mate App for Google Play here

Why Recycling Matters

Recycling is essential for protecting the environment. By recycling the right way, we’re helping to:

  • Reduce landfill waste
  • Save valuable resources
  • Give new life to materials like glass, plastic bottles and containers, and paper
  • Meet State and Federal Waste Targets

Recycling helps conserve energy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and keep our region clean for future generations.

Cassowary Coast Regional Council's Kerbside Recycling Project is proudly funded through the Queensland Government’s LGIS Partnership Program.

Need Help?

If you’re unsure about your collection schedule or what to recycle, we’re here to help!

Call: 1300 763 903
Email: enquiries@cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au

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